A Flood Alert was issued for Groundwater flooding in the Meon Valley from East Meon to Soberton in Hampshire on 10th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Groundwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Petersfield Stream at Borough Grove rose 0.11m, peaking at 59.22m, while the Petersfield Stream at Winchester Road climbed 0.08m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Groundwater levels in the Meon Valley are high but slowly falling. At the borehole at Pound Lane, Meonstoke, the level has fallen by 85cm in the last week. Residual flooding could be affecting the electricity sub station in Rectory Lane. Water may still be flowing across Rectory Lane and behind the Buck's Head Pub. Mostly dry weather is forecast on Tuesday 10/03/2026, Wednesday 11/03/2026 and Saturday 14/03/2026. On Thursday 12/03/2026 and Friday 13/03/2026, further rain (between 20 and 25mm) is expected. Groundwater flooding impacts could re-occur during the next week if heavy rain affects th
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Grove | Petersfield Stream | +0.11m | 59.22m |
| Winchester Road | Petersfield Stream | +0.08m | 64.89m |